²⁵ Now everyone who competes exercises self-control^(A) in everything. They do it to receive a perishable crown,^(B) but we an imperishable crown.

¹⁹ For who is our hope or joy^(A) or crown^(B) of boasting^(C) in the presence of our Lord^(D) Jesus at his coming?^(E) Is it not you?^(F)

⁸ There is reserved for me the crown^(A) of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge,^(B) will give me on that day, and not only to me, but to all those who have loved his appearing.^[a](C)

¹² Blessed is the one who endures trials, because when he has stood the test he will receive the crown^(A) of life that God^[a] has promised to those who love him.^(B)

⁴ And when the chief Shepherd^(A) appears, you will receive the unfading crown^(B) of glory.